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Indiana's state tree

The tulip tree, also known as the tulip poplar and yellow poplar, became Indiana’s state tree in 1931. The tree usually grows to be 100 feet tall or more. The flowers, which bloom in the summer, are yellow in color and look like tulips. The tulip tree can be found throughout the state. Wood from the tree is soft white in color and can be used to make furniture, trim and cabinets.

First professional game

The first Major League game ever played was the May 4, 1871 National Association (NA) match between the Fort Wayne Kekiongas and the Cleveland Forest Cities (or the Kekionga Base Ball Club of Fort Wayne and the Forest City Club of Cleveland, for you purists). The first pitch was by a future Hall of Famer, Bobby Matthews, and another Hall of Famer, Deacon White, hit a double in the first at bat off of him.

Indiana state flag

The torch stands for liberty and enlightenment and the rays show their far-reaching influence. The thirteen original states are represented by the outer circle of thirteen stars. The inner five stars represent the next five states to enter the union. The larger star above the torch signifies the nineteenth state - Indiana.

Crossroads of America

Crossroads of America was designated as the official state motto of Indiana in 1937.

"The Crossroads of America" began as the nickname for the city of Indianapolis, which is the hub for several major Interstate highways that crisscross the state; connecting Hoosiers to the rest of the United States.

Indian speed limit

David Letterman

David Letterman graduated from Broad Ripple High School and Ball State University. He got his start as a weatherman in Indianapolis, where his sense of humor soon began to shine. (Letterman famously got himself a lot of attention when he congratulated a tropical storm for being upgraded to a hurricane.) Subsequently Letterman had jobs as a TV announcer and a radio show host. He began pursuing comedy in earnest by working as a stand-up comic, then going on to write for television, as well as appearing on several TV variety and game shows. The increased exposure led to appearances on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, and soon enough Letterman had earned status as "permanent guest host."

Age-related Vision Loss

These eye diseases are the leading causes of vision loss. As our society ages, eyes are having trouble keeping up with the logevity and therefore vision loss is becoming more pervasive. Bosma Enterprises offers training to allow seniors to remin independent even after vision loss. Find out more.